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Accountant, Operations Accounting

Invenergy · Chicago, IL · $72,000–$95,000 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you improved a close process.

What they are checking: Whether they look for ways to make recurring work faster and more accurate.

How do you manage month-end deadlines across many entities without making mistakes?

What they are checking: Whether they have organized routines that hold up under recurring deadlines.

Tell me about a time you found an error after the books were closed.

What they are checking: Whether they handle mistakes honestly and correct them properly.

What would you do

You're responsible for four to six plants and one has a balance that doesn't make sense. How do you investigate?

What they are checking: Whether they dig into unusual balances with skepticism rather than plugging numbers.

An asset manager asks why expenses are higher than budget this month. How do you respond?

What they are checking: Whether they can explain variances clearly to non-accountants.

About the work

Walk me through how you'd close the books for an operating wind or solar plant.

What they are checking: Whether they understand the steps, accruals and reconciliations involved in power plant accounting.

How do you build an account reconciliation workbook that a reviewer can follow easily?

What they are checking: Whether their reconciliations are clear, supported and easy to audit.

What revenue items are unique to power plants, and how would you account for them?

What they are checking: Whether they understand PPA revenue, merchant sales or renewable energy credits.

How do you handle accounting for fixed assets and depreciation at an operating plant?

What they are checking: Whether they understand asset accounting, which is central for capital-heavy businesses.

What's your experience with intercompany transactions between related entities?

What they are checking: Whether they can handle intercompany accounting, common across plant ownership structures.

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The full job description

As published by Invenergy.

Invenergy is North America’s largest privately held developer, owner, and operator of power infrastructure. With 25 years of trusted execution, we deliver reliable, affordable energy through a diverse portfolio that includes natural gas, solar, land-based wind, energy storage, transmission, and domestic manufacturing. Headquartered in Chicago, we develop, own, and operate large scale projects that power communities and support the energy future. Invenergy follows a hybrid schedule, working in office Monday through Thursday and remotely on Fridays if work permits. This position will be open for application for at least 3 calendar days from the posting date. This position will remain open for application based on business need, which may be before or after the 3-day posting window. Job Description Position Overview As an Operations Accountant, you will be responsible for the day to day accounting functions of approximately 4-6 operational and/or construction phase energy power production plants and related entities. This position is generally responsible for closing the books and records of all accounting entities related to these plants. Responsibilities • Prepare and review financial statements, including all monthly journal entries, to verify account balances for accuracy and reasonableness. • Prepare project account reconciliation workbooks to support balance sheet and income statement balances and activity. • Ensure accuracy of all general ledger information for the entire chart of accounts for all projects for which you would be responsible • Support Asset Managers and Portfolio Finance Managers to maintain compliance with project debt and equity agreements. • Assist with annual audit work papers and audit report preparation. • Coordinate project treasury, banking, and cash flow analysis. • Coordinate and take ownership of project issues with Asset Managers, Project Managers and Finance professionals. • Assist Asset Managers in annual project budgeting process. Required Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, finance, or related discipline • 2+ years of accounting experience. • Existing understanding and knowledge of GAAP. • Familiarity with Excel and other Microsoft Office products is required. • Eligible to work in the United States without the need for employer visa sponsorship now or in the future.​ Preferred Skills • Multi-Site Organization or Public accounting firm experience preferred. • Experience in power plants or utilities is preferred, but not required. • Experience with Oracle is preferred, but not required. • Ability to adhere to monthly, quarterly and annual department driven deadlines. • Strong coordination / organization skills with attentiveness to timelines. • Understanding of variance / trend analysis with actual/budget/historical results. • Strong interpersonal skills – able to work effectively in a team environment. • Responsible, dependable and possessing an exceptional work ethic. Base Pay $72,000.00 - $95,000.00 USD Annual Bonus: 15% The base pay range reflects the minimum and maximum target salary for the position. Invenergy considers a number of factors when determining base pay offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education and skills. In addition to base pay, the total annual compensation package may also include eligibility to participate in our bonus program(s) which are designed to reward individual and company performance. Your recruiter can share more about bonus eligibility for this position during the hiring process. Invenergy offers a variety of other benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401k, paid time off, etc. Invenergy LLC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

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